Foundations of Better Sleep

Program Description:
A practical, instruction-based class for anyone who struggles to wind down at night or wake up feeling rested. We’ll learn how to identify common sleep patterns and the root causes that can interfere with rest., Then, we’ll walk through simple protocols for rebuilding sleep balance, including creating a true sleep sanctuary and establishing evening routines that actually stick. You’ll also get a guided look at sleep-focused materia me dica, plus supportive herbal recipes and techniques you can start using right away for deeper, more restorative rest.

Schedule:
• Sunday, June 7, 2026
• 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Fee:
• $55

Location:
• Philip Heit Center (150 W. Main St. New Albany, OH)
• Conference Room on the first floor

About the Instructors:
Brandon Elijah Scott is a community herbalist and herbal educator, and the owner of Woodland Herbal—a family-run apothecary rooted in more than four generations of plant wisdom—where he crafts remedies and supports people in natural health and wellness with grounded, everyday herbal care. He is also Director of Green Path Academy: School of Herbalism, teaching in-person and online programs designed to return plant knowledge and self-healing skills back into the hands of the people. A 20 year-plus world traveler, photographer, and artist, Brandon weaves a deep conservation ethic through everything he does, using storytelling to showcase the many moods of nature and inspire others to protect the living world. His background spans film, marketing, web/graphic design, branding, and portraiture, and he studied computer information systems, photography, design, and marketing at The Ohio State University.

Woodland Herbal

Note:

What to Bring With You:
Come with a curious mind, notebook, drink or snack. No cell phones, no google, just honest presence. Our goal is to create a place to learn in an atmosphere of family with kindness and warmth, providing support and community. We look forward to sharing and learning with you, and we welcome spirited debate, but any hate speech and cruelty of any type will not be tolerated. Everyone is welcome, and will be made to feel welcome.

Questions?
Contact us at: programs@healthynewalbany.org

Program Type Adult Programs
Program Subcategory Nature
Program Code -
Online Registration Yes
Enrollment Begin Date 4/1/2026
Enrollment End Date 6/2/2026
Instructor(s)
Brandon Elijah Scott: owner of Woodland Herbal
Gender Any Gender
Enrollment Minimum 10
Maximum 40
Grade Minimum
Maximum
Age Minimum 18 years Enforced - As of date 6/6/2026
Maximum -
Individual
Residency Restriction -None-
Membership Restrictions -
Amount $55.00
SC Member & NA Resident
Residency Restriction Resident Only
Membership Restrictions New Albany Senior Connections (2026)
Amount $44.00
$10 Donation to Support HNA
Residency Restriction -None-
Amount $10.00
$25 Donation to Support HNA
Residency Restriction -None-
Amount $25.00
$5 Donation to Support HNA
Residency Restriction -None-
Amount $5.00
$50 Donation to Support HNA
Residency Restriction -None-
Amount $50.00
Sunday - 06/07/2026
Start Time 2:00 PM
End Time 3:30 PM
Location Conference Room